[Urgent] Teacher of Music

Teaching Applicants must be eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and must hold a current Police Check or be in the process of obtaining one, in order to work at Melbourne Girls Grammar. Professional Support Staff Applicants must hold or prior to commencing employment, be willing to obtain a current and valid Victorian Working with Children’s Check (Employee Type).

All applicants are subject to reference and identity checks, and verification of Working with Children Check Card or VIT Registration as part of the recruitment process.

All enquiries regarding employment at Melbourne Girls Grammar can be addressed to employment@mggs.vic.edu.au or please call +61 3 9862 9200.

Gymnastics Coach Casual Multiple Positions Available

Melbourne Girls Grammar has a proud tradition of empowering Grammarians through sport and physical activity. The Artemis Centre is central to this vision, offering diverse opportunities for health, fitness, and wellbeing.

Artemis Gymnastics, a Gymnastics Australia–affiliated club, is one of Melbourne’s leading Gymnastics for All programs. We deliver recreational gymnastics and tumbling programs for children aged 3–16, designed to build balance, coordination, strength, flexibility, and confidence. Our focus is on creating positive experiences that inspire a lifelong love of movement.

We are seeking enthusiastic Casual Gymnastics Coaches to deliver engaging and high-quality coaching.

About the Role

- Assist with coaching morning classes to Early Learning Centre students (3–4 years)
- Deliver afternoon gymnastics sessions to Junior Years PE classes (Prep–Year 4)
- Coach afterschool foundation gymnastics and tumbling classes
- Holiday programs and Saturday morning sessions

Session times range from 3–4.5 hours, with availability during term time and school holidays preferred. Monday afternoon availability is strongly desired.

About you:

- Experience in sports or gymnastics coaching (dance, acrobatics, or circus backgrounds welcome)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster a supportive environment
- Good organisational and time-management skills
- Current Gymnastics Australia Coaching Accreditation (or willingness to obtain)
- Current First Aid (HLTAID011) and CPR (HLTAID009)
- Current WWCC (Employee) or VIT Registration

This position would suit intermediate to senior gymnastics coaches, however teachers in training or applicants with a background in dancing, acrobatics, or circus art, are welcome to apply.

To apply please submit your Resume and Cover letter, addressed to the Principal, Dr Toni E Meath.

Applications will close Friday 3 October 2025

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

All applicants are subject to reference and identity checks, verification of Working with Children Check Card or VIT Registration as part of the recruitment process.

- As MGGS staff, volunteers, contractors, and any other members of our school community involved in child-connected work, we are responsible for supporting and promoting the safety of children.
- We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment and protecting of all children / students in our care and adhering to our Child Safety Policy.
- We are committed to providing a child-safe and child-friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.
- We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to the protection of children from all forms of child abuse and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures. Our policies and procedures will provide the name and contact details of staff who have specific responsibilities in relation to child safety and who may receive reports of suspicion of child abuse. Child abuse includes sexual offences, grooming, physical violence, serious emotional or psychological harm, serious neglect and a child’s exposure to family violence.
- We have legal and moral obligations to contact authorities when we are worried about a child’s safety, which we follow rigorously.
- We are committed to preventing child abuse, identifying risks early and removing and reducing these risks.
- We have robust human resources and recruitment practices for all staff and volunteers.
- We are committed to regularly training and educating our staff and volunteers on child abuse risks. We support and respect all children, as well as our staff and volunteers.
- We are committed to the emotional, physical and cultural safety of all children and to providing a safe environment for their learning.
- We are committed to promoting the cultural safety and participation of Indigenous children, young people and their families.
- We have specific policies, procedures and training in place that support our leadership team, staff and volunteers to achieve these commitments.

Teacher of Health and Physical Education (HPE) Ongoing (Years 5 – 10) Commencing Term 1, 2026

- Plan and deliver engaging and inclusive Health and Physical Education lessons that foster student growth and wellbeing
- Use a range of teaching strategies and assessment tools to support diverse learning needs and maximise student outcomes
- Contribute to curriculum planning and innovation within the HPE team
- Maintain accurate records of student progress
- Actively promote student participation in sport, health, and wellbeing programs
- Uphold MGGS’s commitment to child safety in all aspects of teaching and school life

About You:

- Hold current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration or can gain VIT registration. Early career teachers are encouraged to apply.
- Expertise in Health and Physical Education curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment practices
- Experience with or interest in outdoor education highly regarded
- Skilled at building meaningful, respectful relationships with students and colleagues
- Passionate about student wellbeing and inspiring healthy, active lifestyles
- Proficient in using digital tools (including LMS and multimedia programs) to enhance teaching and learning

To apply please submit your Resume and Cover letter, addressed to the Principal, Dr Toni E Meath.

Applications will close 9 am Monday 6 October 2025

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

All applicants are subject to reference and identity checks, verification of Working with Children Check Card or VIT Registration as part of the recruitment process. The successful candidate will be required to provide documentary evidence of their qualifications and teaching experience. Documentary evidence can include but is not limited to:

- As MGGS staff, volunteers, contractors, and any other members of our school community involved in child-connected work, we are responsible for supporting and promoting the safety of children.
- We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment and protecting of all children / students in our care and adhering to our Child Safety Policy.
- We are committed to providing a child-safe and child-friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.
- We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to the protection of children from all forms of child abuse and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures. Our policies and procedures will provide the name and contact details of staff who have specific responsibilities in relation to child safety and who may receive reports of suspicion of child abuse. Child abuse includes sexual offences, grooming, physical violence, serious emotional or psychological harm, serious neglect and a child’s exposure to family violence.
- We have legal and moral obligations to contact authorities when we are worried about a child’s safety, which we follow rigorously.
- We are committed to preventing child abuse, identifying risks early and removing and reducing these risks.
- We have robust human resources and recruitment practices for all staff and volunteers.
- We are committed to regularly training and educating our staff and volunteers on child abuse risks. We support and respect all children, as well as our staff and volunteers.
- We are committed to the emotional, physical and cultural safety of all children and to providing a safe environment for their learning.
- We are committed to promoting the cultural safety and participation of Indigenous children, young people and their families.
- We have specific policies, procedures and training in place that support our leadership team, staff and volunteers to achieve these commitments.

Teacher of Music

Part time, Fixed Term (Leave Replacement) Semester 1, 2026

- Fixed term Part time 0.5 (Leave Replacement)
- Semester One 2026
- Teaching Years 5 – 8 Music

Key Responsibilities:

- Plan and deliver engaging classroom Music lessons across Middle Years
- Conduct and direct choral ensembles, fostering high standards across a range of music styles
- Design innovative curriculum and incorporate music technology to enhance learning
- Support student creativity in performance and composition
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop programs that celebrate diversity and excellence in Music
- Uphold MGGS’s commitment to child safety in all aspects of teaching and school life

About You:

- Hold current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration or can gain VIT registration. Early career teachers are encouraged to apply.
- Demonstrated expertise in classroom Music education, with experience teaching Years 5–8
- Strong choral conducting skills across a range of styles
- Ability to inspire, motivate, and engage students in performance and creative work
- Skilled at using digital tools and music technologies to enrich learning
- Collaborative, inclusive, and committed to developing meaningful musical experiences

To apply please submit your Resume and Cover letter, addressed to the Principal, Dr Toni E Meath.

Applications will close 9 am Monday 6 October 2025

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

All applicants are subject to reference and identity checks, verification of Working with Children Check Card or VIT Registration as part of the recruitment process. The successful candidate will be required to provide documentary evidence of their qualifications and teaching experience. Documentary evidence can include but is not limited to:

- As MGGS staff, volunteers, contractors, and any other members of our school community involved in child-connected work, we are responsible for supporting and promoting the safety of children.
- We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment and protecting of all children / students in our care and adhering to our Child Safety Policy.
- We are committed to providing a child-safe and child-friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.
- We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to the protection of children from all forms of child abuse and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures. Our policies and procedures will provide the name and contact details of staff who have specific responsibilities in relation to child safety and who may receive reports of suspicion of child abuse. Child abuse includes sexual offences, grooming, physical violence, serious emotional or psychological harm, serious neglect and a child’s exposure to family violence.
- We have legal and moral obligations to contact authorities when we are worried about a child’s safety, which we follow rigorously.
- We are committed to preventing child abuse, identifying risks early and removing and reducing these risks.
- We have robust human resources and recruitment practices for all staff and volunteers.
- We are committed to regularly training and educating our staff and volunteers on child abuse risks. We support and respect all children, as well as our staff and volunteers.
- We are committed to the emotional, physical and cultural safety of all children and to providing a safe environment for their learning.
- We are committed to promoting the cultural safety and participation of Indigenous children, young people and their families.
- We have specific policies, procedures and training in place that support our leadership team, staff and volunteers to achieve these commitments.

Learn to Swim Teachers Casual Positions Available Available Now

Melbourne Girls Grammar’s Artemis Centre opened in 2017 and offers facilities including a 25m swimming pool, multi-purpose court, Fitness Hub with gym equipment, dance and yoga studio, outdoor seating amphitheatre, Learning Commons and café with indoor/outdoor meeting spaces. The Artemis Centre enables MGGS to provide Artemis Gymnastics, Artemis Aquatics, Artemis Holiday Clinics and other resources that underpin student wellbeing.

Visit the Artemis Centre website to read more about our facilities.

Artemis Aquatics provides high quality coaching and learning experiences in water safety and skill development for a range of ages and abilities, with a progressive pathway.

We are seeking Learn To Swim (LTS) Teachers who are looking to join a growing program. Depending on availabilities and rostering, a number of casual positions will be available with preference given to applicants with flexible availabilities across Monday to Saturday.

Ideal candidates will be passionate about swimming and will inspire all students to be the swimmer they want to be. They’ll be knowledgeable about current swimming trends and best practice, as well as personable and warm. In collaboration with the Head of Swimming and Learn To Swim Co-ordinator, the LTS Teachers will assess participants to ensure allocation into appropriate lessons and levels, establish strong bonds with swimmers and their families, and foster opportunities for students to grow and develop their skills.

- ASCTA Swimming and Water Safety Teacher accreditation, and/or AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety.
- Sports Australia Community Coaching General Principles Course (or willingness to obtain).
- Valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC) or VIT registration.
- Current First Aid HLTAID011 (003) & CPR HLTAID009 (001) qualifications (or willingness to obtain).

Child Safety Statement: Melbourne Girls Grammar

- As MGGS staff, volunteers, contractors, and any other members of our school community involved in child-connected work, we are responsible for supporting and promoting the safety of children.
- We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment and protecting of all children / students in our care and adhering to our Child Safety Policy.
- We are committed to providing a child-safe and child-friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.
- We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to the protection of children from all forms of child abuse and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures. Our policies and procedures will provide the name and contact details of staff who have specific responsibilities in relation to child safety and who may receive reports of suspicion of child abuse. Child abuse includes sexual offences, grooming, physical violence, serious emotional or psychological harm, serious neglect and a child’s exposure to family violence.
- We have legal and moral obligations to contact authorities when we are worried about a child’s safety, which we follow rigorously.
- We are committed to preventing child abuse, identifying risks early and removing and reducing these risks.
- We have robust human resources and recruitment practices for all staff and volunteers.
- We are committed to regularly training and educating our staff and volunteers on child abuse risks. We support and respect all children, as well as our staff and volunteers.
- We are committed to the emotional, physical and cultural safety of all children and to providing a safe environment for their learning.
- We are committed to promoting the cultural safety and participation of Indigenous children, young people and their families.
- We have specific policies, procedures and training in place that support our leadership team, staff and volunteers to achieve these commitments.

How to Apply

Applicants must hold or prior to commencing employment, be willing to obtain a current and valid Victorian Working with Children’s Check (Employee Type). All applicants are subject to reference and identity checks, and verification of Working with Children Check Card as part of the recruitment process.

Applications will be considered as they are received. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their documentation at their earliest opportunity.

Click the link below to apply, applications must include a covering letter addressed to the Principal, Dr Toni E Meath, and a resume.

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